Ottawa – The Canadian Paralympic Committee is a non-profit, private organization in collaboration with 27 member sport organizations. It said: “We are deeply committed to harnessing the transformative power and impact of Paralympic sport. “Our core mission is to leverage the unique and profound impact of Paralympic sport as a tool for societal change. Guided by the vision of creating …
PARIS – Wheelchair tennis player Rob Shaw of North Bay, Ont. is Canada’s top medal hope at the Paralympic Games in racquet sports (wheelchair tennis, Para badminton, Para table tennis) and is entering the tournament with a hot hand. Canada has one entry in each of the three racquet sports at the Games: Shaw, Yuka Chokyu of Vancouver in Para badminton and Peter Isherwood, also …
GATINEAU – Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, has travelled to Paris, France to show support to Team Canada at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will take place from August 28 to September 8, with an estimated 4,400 athletes from 182 nations. A Team Canada delegation of 126 athletes will compete in 18 …
Fredericton – Unique tourism experiences play an important role in attracting visitors to our communities and strengthening our economy. The Government of Canada is investing to support the 2024 Pan-American Black Bass Championships, to be hosted in Fredericton and Nackawic, New Brunswick next month. Jenica Atwin, Member of Parliament for Fredericton announced a non-repayable contribution of $81,000 through ACOA’s Tourism …
London — The Earl Nichols Recreation Centre will have new energy efficient upgrades after a combined investment of over $3.5 million from the federal government and the City of London. Announced by Parliamentary Secretary Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament Arielle Kayabaga, and Mayor Josh Morgan, this project will significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the facility while lowering energy costs for …
BRAMPTON – Last night, a star-studded lineup took to the ice at the CAA Centre for the third annual Hockey Night in Brampton. Team Mitch Marner, coached by NHL legend Doug Gilmour, faced off against Team Max Domi, coached by NHL legend Wendel Clark, in an exhilarating charity game with proceeds benefitting the William Osler Health System. This year’s event …
OTTAWA —The Ontario government is now accepting applications for the new Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF). Announced as part of the 2024 Budget: Building a Better Ontario, the province is investing $200 million through the fund to help communities revitalize existing community sport and recreation infrastructure and build new facilities. “Today’s announcement is just one example of how we are working shoulder-to-shoulder with …
TORONTO – The Blue Jays haven’t broken in all of the ways we expected them to. This rotation has spent the past few seasons dancing through minefields, each foot falling in exactly the right spot. The Blue Jays’ starting depth wasn’t strong enough in 2022 or ‘23, but it never seemed to matter. They were always one savior away. In …
BRAMPTON – The wait is almost over! Tonight City of Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown and Councillors will host the largest charity hockey game in Canada and we’re excited to announce that NHL legends Shayne Corson and Kris Versteeg will be joining the star-studded lineup for Hockey Night in Brampton 2024. These seasoned players bring a wealth of experience and energy …
Ottawa – There are many factors that go into an athlete reaching the elite level of their sport. Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls need skill, a relentless work ethic, and a determination to be the best at what they do – factors that are often aided by their coaches. Canada’s Olympians and Paralympians of the future also need something else: funding, …
